Who is eligible for PSP?

Students interested in applying for the PSP must:

• Be legally blind
• Be 18 to 22 years of age
• Have received a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Be on a Division of Blind Services (DBS) transition or VR caseload
• Be able to secure the funds to participate in the program (Usually, students use SSI or SSDI funds)
• Be able to manage personal and health needs independently
• Be planning to live and work independently (as a long-term goal)
• Be capable of benefiting from instruction
• Be able to apply and integrate learned skills (For example, managing monthly income to pay for apartment rent, personal items, groceries, and recreational activities)

Not sure if you are eligible? Contact us.